Operators Manual
Table Of Contents
- Contents
- 1. Introduction
- 2. Safety Precautions
- 3. Specifications
- 4. Troubleshooting
- 5. Engine
- 6. Rewind Starter
- 7. Control Levers
- 8. Fuel System
- 8.1 Air Filter
- 8.2 Removing and Installing the Carburetor
- 8.3 Leakage Test
- 8.4 Servicing the Carburetor
- 8.5 Adjusting the Carburetor
- 8.6 Removing and Installing Throttle Cable (Loop Handle)
- 8.7 Removing and Installing the Spacer Flange
- 8.8 Tank Vent
- 8.9 Fuel Intake
- 8.10 Removing and Installing the Engine Housing
- 9. Drive Tube
- 10. Special Servicing Tools
- 11. Servicing Aids
14 Series 4144 Components FC, FS, KM
4.5 Engine
Always check and, if necessary,
repair the following parts before
looking for faults on the engine:
- Air filter
- Fuel system
- Carburetor
- Ignition system
Condition Cause Remedy
Engine does not start easily, stalls
at idle speed, but operates normally
at full throttle
Oil seals in crankcase damaged Replace the oil seals
Crankcase leaking or damaged
(cracks)
Seal or replace the crankcase
Engine does not deliver full power
or runs erratically
Piston ring worn or broken Fit new piston ring
Muffler / spark arresting screen
carbonized
Clean the muffler (inlet and
exhaust), replace spark arresting
screen, replace muffler if necessary
Air filter dirty Replace air filter
Fuel hose kinked or torn Fit new hose or position it free from
kinks
Engine overheating Insufficient cylinder cooling. Air
inlets blocked or cooling fins on
cylinder very dirty
Thoroughly clean all cooling air
openings and the cylinder fins